Residents in Haus Harderode: Traffic chaos and noise threaten calm!

Residents in Haus Harderode: Traffic chaos and noise threaten calm!

Haus Harderode, 31789 Hameln, Deutschland - In the small town of Haus Harderode, located between Lauenstein and Bessinghausen, the residents are increasingly annoyed by the noise pollution by rapids and loud motorcycles. Lea Barkhausen and Julius von Blum report massive problems that manifest themselves through traffic noise in their area. "The street is similar to a racetrack here," Barkhausen describes her experiences and adds that the situation is almost unbearable. In order to put an end to the noise, she has already contacted the responsible authorities and has agreed an on-site appointment with Markus Brockmann, head of the Hameln division of the State Authority for Road Construction and Transport, as well as Matthias Feldmann from the Hameln-Pyrmont/Holzminden police inspection.

The district of Hameln-Pyrmont, however, rejected its participation in this date. Brockmann described the noise of cars and motorcycles as a "area problem" that could only be solved by mutual consideration. "The noise emissions are difficult to measure and there are no limit values ​​for standing noises," said Matthias Feldmann. In order to actually reduce the noise, road closures for motorcycles are necessary, but are controversial.

frenzy and traffic safety

The demands of the residents are underpinned by the existing security problems in residential areas. Raser are a considerable risk, especially in streets at 30 Tempo 30 and in play streets, as explained on the Bussgeld catalog. There are various ways for those affected to become active against frenzy, including reimbursement of an advertisement by the police or submitting citizens' applications for the establishment of traffic -calmed areas.

Lea Barkhausen has already requested a speed limit to 70 km/h at the intersection near Haus Harderode. However, speed measurements of the district showed that only nine exceeded the permitted maximum value during a check on June 1, 2025. This raises the question of how effectively the existing traffic signs are positioned.

The noise problem and possible solutions

The effects of traffic noise should not be underestimated. As the German Environmental Aid, many people in Germany suffer from the health consequences of road traffic noise. Studies show that about 75 % of the population are disturbed by this noise, which can lead to serious health problems such as sleep disorders and high blood pressure.

One of the central measures to reduce the noise is the introduction of speed 30 in the inner area, which, according to experts, contributes to reducing the noise level by 2-3 dB (A), which is perceived by the residents as a noticeable halving of traffic. The planned renewal of the L588 lane could also lead to a noise reduction.

In the meantime, Julius von Blum, who plans to contact the district again in order to improve the exit situation at the intersection, remains optimistic. A higher traffic sign at the exit should also improve the view. The problems, the frenzied traffic and the health effects of the noise bring with it, require quick action and a constructive dialogue between residents and responsible authorities.